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For good eats and good times in Johnson City, dine at One 12 Downtown.
Seating is readily available at One 12 Downtown for those with large parties.
Wireless Internet access is available for no charge at One 12 Downtown.
No need for a wardrobe change when you hit One 12 Downtown — it's strictly casual.
One 12 Downtown can also cater your next party; call today for details.
In addition to street parking, there is a lot right around the corner, so finding a space shouldn't be an issue for drivers dining at the restaurant.
One 12 Downtown is a mid-priced establishment, with the average meal costing under $30.
Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are all accepted.

The Appalachian Trail stretches from Georgia to Maine, running 2,180 miles over mountains, rocky slopes, and deep valleys. Since it was established in 1925, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) has cared for the trail, maintaining 250,000 acres of public land. The organization educates hikers on Leave No Trace camping and why it's not a good idea to challenge a bear to a hugging contest.
Volunteers and trail crews build and repair shelters along the footpath and engage youth and community members in outdoor activities. In addition to these human-oriented services, the ATC works to protect endangered species living along the trail and to preserve the land's watershed streams and migratory corridor.

Having spent more than 24,000 hours at the controls of airborne helicopters and fixed-wing planes, Richard Cantley possesses a sure footing at any elevation. From his post within the gray T-hangar at the privately owned Johnson City Airport, the experienced pilot and flight instructor escorts first-time flyers to the skies during hands-on lessons. Whether students aspire to obtain a license of their own or just a panoramic view of Tennessee?s scenic landscape, Richard peppers each lesson with tips on how to read instruments, adhere to proper safety precautions, and swerve around zeppelins during rush hour.

Tipton Street Pub's friendly bartenders pour patrons a selection of more than 50 beers, with back-kitchen cooks quelling guests’ hunger pains with a menu of burgers, sandwiches, and classic pub-inspired appetizers. The establishment’s sprawling drink menu abounds with 27 bottled imported beers ($3.50 each), 13 bottled domestic beers ($2.50 each), and a selection of 14 draft beers ($1.50–$4), including Miller High Life pints ($2). Complement a frosty brew with free chips and salsa (available during happy hour), or hang a fang on an appetizer such as the savory bourbon chicken wings ($7) or spicy cheese-stuffed jalapeño poppers ($5). A selection of sandwiches and burgers also is available, including a Pub burger—topped with grilled onion, mushrooms, swiss cheese, and bacon ($6.50)—that knows how to order its own beer.

On September 1, Bristol Motor Speedway will be buried under one ton of bacon. At the first annual Tri-Cities BaconFest, the pungent pork will be served up in a multitude of ways: Visitors can snag it for free at bacon stations during three tasting times, sample it in vendors’ bacon-infused desserts and entrees, or attempt to shovel down three pounds of it to claim the title Lord of the Bacon during the Man vs. Bacon eating contest.
Other swine-themed events include the Dick’s Sporting Goods Pigskin Challenge, where preregistered participants aged 5 and up test their throwing arms on an accuracy obstacle course. At the hog-calling competition, shouters stretch their lungs as they imitate the sounds of hogs and, later, the sounds of hogs imitating celebrities. The family-friendly event will donate part of its proceeds to the Bristol Speedway Children’s Charities, a nonprofit organization that raises contributions for educational, financial, social, and medical causes.

Munch on tasty pub grub at Bailey's Sports Grille.
Both low-fat and gluten-free options are available here.
The drink list at Bailey's Sports Grille has everything you need to complete your meal (and your night out).
Happy hour at Bailey's Sports Grille is filled with deals and steals.
For no extra charge, utilize Bailey's Sports Grille's free wifi.
Loud music and boisterous crowds keep decibel levels ultra high at this restaurant.
Weeknights are busy for Bailey's Sports Grille, so call ahead and make a reservation if you can.
Or, take your food to go.
Bailey's Sports Grille is centrally located near many parking lot options.
Bikers can store their bikes safely while they enjoy a meal at Bailey's Sports Grille.
Bailey's Sports Grille is a mid-priced establishment, with the average meal costing under $30.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all available at Bailey's Sports Grille.